Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
STRENGTHS
Timeline
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MATILDA SALAKO

MATILDA SALAKO

Chicago,IL

Summary

Motivated Nurse Practitioner Student with five years of experience in cardiac telemetry, demonstrating strong critical thinking, assessment, decision-making, communication, and pressure management skills. Dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while fostering effective teamwork and maintaining positive public relations. Passionate about advancing nursing practice and eager to leverage expertise in a dynamic healthcare environment to enhance patient outcomes. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure situations while prioritizing quality care and collaboration.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Float Nurse Cardiac Telemetry

Ascension Resurrection Hospital
11.2023 - Current
  • Planned, directed, assessed, and provided nursing care for telemetry/monitored patients according to hospital and department policies and procedures.
  • Managed and monitor 5 to 6 patients per shift, consistently achieving patient satisfaction scores of 95% or higher.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective patient care plans resulting in decrease patient readmissions.
  • Provide education and support to patients and families, resulting in improved patient satisfaction scores.

Registered Nurse

Med-Call Healthcare Staffing
05.2022 - 10.2023
  • Provide high-quality care to patients in various care settings resulting in improved outcomes. Assisted in the development and implementation of care plans.
  • Administered medication and monitored patients for any adverse reactions.
  • Managed patients with complex medical conditions and provided emotional support.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient care and medication administration.
  • Assisted in the coordination of transitional care, discharge planning, promoted patient safety, and advocated for patient rights.

Telemetry Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2022
  • Assisted in development and implementation of care plans. Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of comprehensive care.
  • Administered medication and monitored patients for any adverse reactions.
  • Monitored and recognized patient vital signs, symptoms, telemetry readings, and EKG for abnormal heart rhythms or changes. Notifying the physicians for immediate treatment.
  • Collaborated daily and established trust with the cardiologist, physician assistant, family nurse practitioners, surgeons, charge nurses, general medical practitioners, nursing assistants, and different health personnel to achieve optimum patient care.

Staff Nurse

Warren Barr Gold Coast Rehabilitation Center
07.2020 - 12.2020
  • Collaborating with doctors and healthcare team to decide on the best care plan for the patient.
  • Performing physical exams and taking health histories.
  • Administering medications, wound care, and other personalized interventions.
  • Interpreting patient information and making critical decisions about needed actions.
  • Preparing IVs, drawing blood, taking vital signs.
  • Skilled Nursing care

Education

Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner

Walden University
08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Illinois at Chicago
05.2018

Associates of Science - undefined

City Colleges of Chicago, Malcolm X College
12.2015

Skills

  • Comprehensive patient evaluation
  • Medication administration expertise
  • Patient instruction
  • Team Leadership
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Medication administration
  • Empathetic patient support
  • Clinical decision-making
  • Health promotion
  • Technical documentation
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Comprehensive physical assessment
  • Empathetic support
  • Medication administration

Certification

  • CPR Certificate
  • ACLS Certificate
  • NIH Stroke Certificate

STRENGTHS

  • Empathetic Care: Through actively listening and showing genuine compassion, I create a support environment for patients, resulting in improved emotional well-being.
  • Attention to Details: My meticulous approach to patient care ensures accurate assessment, precise medication administration, and well-executed treatment plans.
  • Collaborative Teamwork: I foster strong working relationships with interdisciplinary teams, promoting effective communication and shared decision-making for enhanced patient outcomes.

Timeline

Float Nurse Cardiac Telemetry

Ascension Resurrection Hospital
11.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Med-Call Healthcare Staffing
05.2022 - 10.2023

Telemetry Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2022

Staff Nurse

Warren Barr Gold Coast Rehabilitation Center
07.2020 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Illinois at Chicago

Associates of Science - undefined

City Colleges of Chicago, Malcolm X College

Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner

Walden University